Drive the back-country roads in rural Midwestern communities and you may stumble upon something intriguing. Brightly colored squares peek out on the side of barns, sheds and buildings. Those rustic decorations are called barn quilts and we have quite a few of them here in Lawrence County. Barn quilts are large wooden blocks, usually four-foot …

Mitchell’s Favorite Fruit There’s nothing that tastes more like Indiana than sweet corn, pork tenderloins and sugar cream pie… Except, perhaps for a special Southern Indiana favorite: persimmon pudding. There’s nowhere else in the state and even the country that grows and cooks persimmons like they do in Mitchell, Indiana. The persimmon tree is native to …

2018 marks Lawrence County’s 200th anniversary. At one time, Lawrence County was part of Washington County, the Orange County. On January 7, 1818, the General Assembly of the State of Indiana approved the creation of Lawrence County. The County was named after Naval Captain James Lawrence. At the first meeting of the County Commissioners, the …

In the United States’ early years, engineers constructed wooden covered bridges that would help travelers get to where they were going faster and provide shelter from the weather. You know, the red bridges on Indiana license plates. There used to be over 10,000 of them in the country in the 1800’s, but many of them …

“America’s Building Stone,” limestone, provides Lawrence County with community pride and national prestige. The thick, pure stone gives Lawrence County it’s hilly terrain and gorgeous buildings – It’s how this Southern Indiana community got the moniker Limestone Country. Limestone from Southern Indiana, also known as Bedford Stone or Salem Limestone, began to form over 300 …

In the early 1800s, settlers found an industrial village near the flowing water from several cave springs. As they explored the area they found several sinkholes, caves and wooded areas. The pioneers took advantage of the land and created a self-sufficient community. The community grew becoming the foundation of Lawrence County. Nearly a century later, …

Beneath the rocky, limestone terrain lies adventure begging to be discovered. Over years and years of erosion, streams and rivers in Lawrence County have carved through the limestone terrain to create these amazing natural wonders. The underground ecosystems are home to curious animals and intriguing rock formations. Explore three caves in Limestone Country. Bluespring Caverns …

This is the year to plan an unforgettable weekend getaway to Southern Indiana. 2018 marks Lawrence County’s Bicentennial. The rich history, unique terrain and limestone heritage are the cornerstones of the region’s modern communities. Many Bicentennial events are planned throughout the year to celebrate this history, including Lawrence County Bicentennial Dinners in the Grist Mill. …

Spring is officially here! Lawrence County get even more exciting as local attractions and parks start to warm up. Paddle, play, explore and more in Limestone Country! Here’s some Limestone Country spring favorites: Spring Mill State Park This marvelous park is one of the most popular state parks in the Midwest. Families escape to Spring Mill …

From now until March 1, enjoy two nights at Spring Mill Inn for the price of one! Nestled in beautiful Spring Mill State Park, unwind in the cozy inn and relax as the snow gently falls. During your stay at Spring Mill State Park, hike through the trails, peek into caverns and get a glimpse …